Learn about Messier 76, the Little Dumbbell Nebula in Perseus, a bipolar planetary nebula with twin lobes and a scorching central star. Includes personal observations and Seestar images.
Tag Archives: Autumn
NGC 752: A Scattered Star Cluster with Some Sparks
NGC 752 is a loose open star cluster in Andromeda, best seen in autumn and winter, offering subtle beauty and a glimpse into stellar aging.
STT 461 in Cepheus: A Multiple Star System—or a Cosmic Illusion?
The double star Struve 2840 is located in the northern sky within the constellation Cepheus. Backyard astronomers should find it pretty easy to separate Struve 2840’s two stars, which are separated by 18 arcseconds. The pair is also known as STF 2840, SAO 33819, HD 208063, HR 8357.
NGC 663: A Star Cluster Known for its Massive Star Evolution
Explore NGC 663 (Caldwell 10), a rich open star cluster in Cassiopeia, ideal for studying massive stars and double stars.
HD 222872: An Uneven Double in Sculptor
HD 222872 is an uneven double star in Sculptor. Learn its magnitudes, separation, distance, and visual observing notes.
NGC 1360: Robin’s Egg Nebula in Fornax
Explore NGC 1360, the Robin’s Egg Nebula in Fornax, imaged with Seestar S50, revealing its faint oval shape and binary star heart in the night sky.
Geminid Meteor Shower: Tracing the Origins of the ‘Rock Comet’
The Geminids peak Dec 13–14, 2025! Learn the history behind the shower, viewing tips, and it unique colors.
HD 214599: Triple Star in Piscis Austrinus
Explore HD 214599 in Piscis Austrinus, a triple star Herschel studied, with tips for spotting its subtle companions through a telescope. Also known as HR 8619.
The Garden Astronomer 